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Upon examination of a 46 y/o male smoker, you detect an irregularly irregular
heart rythm. The rate is 140 bpm. This is unknown to the driver and he denies any
symptoms of lightheadedness, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, nor any
cardiac history. You would: - SOLUTION Disqualify and refer to his PMD or
cardiologist for further evaluation.
Concerning the medical certificate, which is false? - SOLUTION Provide the original
to the driver being examined. Retain a copy for at least 3 years.
You may not provide a copy to the current or prospective employer, they must get
it from the driver. The driver must carry the original certificate during operation of
a CMV.
How soon may a driver be certified after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
surgery? - SOLUTION 3 months with clearance by cardiologist, resting
echocardiogram with an LVEF >40% after CABG, and asymptomatic status with no
angina.
FMCSA defines a severe hypoglycemic reaction as one that results in: - SOLUTION
Need of assistance from another person, loss of consciousness, any period of
impaired cognitive function that occurs without warning, or seizure
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Medical fitness for duty includes the ability to perform strenuous labor and to
have good judgment, impulse control, and _____________________. - SOLUTION
Problem solving skills
All of the following may perform and certify vision test results except: - SOLUTION
A chiropractor
Ophthalmologist
Optometrist
or Registered Nurse
The grace period for the expiration of a Medical Examiner's Certification is -
SOLUTION There is no grace period, the certification expires at midnight on the
date listed
A 28 year old female presents for her CDL physical exam. She indicates she has
been enrolled in a Methadone program for three months secondary to a previous
substance abuse issue in the recent past. She presents a letter from the
administrator of the program documenting her compliance with the program and
absence of any history of prior violations of their agreement. According to medical
guidance, can a driver be certified while taking methadone. - SOLUTION No, since
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Methadone is a habit-forming narcotic that can produce drug dependence.
Methadone is not an allowable drug for CMV operators.
Arriving for a recertification exam, a 48 y/o male non-smoker is 5'4", 275lbs. His
supervisor calls you ahead of time stating he recently went off the side of the road
crashing into a guard rail. There were no injuries and the truck sustained only
minor damage. When the medical assistant goes to bring him back, he is found
asleep, snoring in the waiting room and she needs to wake him by gently shaking
him by the shoulder. She reports this to you. When you arrive in the exam room
the patient appears to be nodding off while sitting on the exam table. Upon
further questioning, he admits that his wife frequently elbows him because of his
snoring and that he gasps and snorts in his sleep. When asked, he denies nodding
off while driving. His exam is notable for obesity, Mallampati 4 oropharynx, HTN
controlled with 2 medications, otherwise normal. Appropriate next steps: -
SOLUTION Disqualify and refer to PMD for sleep study.
You examine a 37 male driver with missing fingers on his left hand, you must
evaluate and do all of the following, - SOLUTION Document the effect that the
deficit has on the ability of the driver to safely operate a CMV Provide a copy of
the Medical Examination Report form and medical examiner's certificate for an
SPE initial or renewal application Ensure that the driver with an existing SPE
certificate is complying with medical requirements
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Upon examination of a 46 y/o male smoker, you detect an irregularly irregular
heart rythm. The rate is 140 bpm. This is unknown to the driver and he denies any
symptoms of lightheadedness, shortness of breath, dizziness, palpitations, nor any
cardiac history. You would: - SOLUTION Disqualify and refer to his PMD or
cardiologist for further evaluation.
Concerning the medical certificate, which is false? - SOLUTION Provide the original
to the driver being examined. Retain a copy for at least 3 years.
You may not provide a copy to the current or prospective employer, they must get
it from the driver. The driver must carry the original certificate during operation of
a CMV.
How soon may a driver be certified after coronary artery bypass grafting (CABG)
surgery? - SOLUTION 3 months with clearance by cardiologist, resting
echocardiogram with an LVEF >40% after CABG, and asymptomatic status with no
angina.
FMCSA defines a severe hypoglycemic reaction as one that results in: - SOLUTION
Need of assistance from another person, loss of consciousness, any period of
impaired cognitive function that occurs without warning, or seizure
,DOT EXAM Questions and Answers
(Graded A+) Latest 2024
Medical fitness for duty includes the ability to perform strenuous labor and to
have good judgment, impulse control, and _____________________. - SOLUTION
Problem solving skills
All of the following may perform and certify vision test results except: - SOLUTION
A chiropractor
Ophthalmologist
Optometrist
or Registered Nurse
The grace period for the expiration of a Medical Examiner's Certification is -
SOLUTION There is no grace period, the certification expires at midnight on the
date listed
A 28 year old female presents for her CDL physical exam. She indicates she has
been enrolled in a Methadone program for three months secondary to a previous
substance abuse issue in the recent past. She presents a letter from the
administrator of the program documenting her compliance with the program and
absence of any history of prior violations of their agreement. According to medical
guidance, can a driver be certified while taking methadone. - SOLUTION No, since
, DOT EXAM Questions and Answers
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Methadone is a habit-forming narcotic that can produce drug dependence.
Methadone is not an allowable drug for CMV operators.
Arriving for a recertification exam, a 48 y/o male non-smoker is 5'4", 275lbs. His
supervisor calls you ahead of time stating he recently went off the side of the road
crashing into a guard rail. There were no injuries and the truck sustained only
minor damage. When the medical assistant goes to bring him back, he is found
asleep, snoring in the waiting room and she needs to wake him by gently shaking
him by the shoulder. She reports this to you. When you arrive in the exam room
the patient appears to be nodding off while sitting on the exam table. Upon
further questioning, he admits that his wife frequently elbows him because of his
snoring and that he gasps and snorts in his sleep. When asked, he denies nodding
off while driving. His exam is notable for obesity, Mallampati 4 oropharynx, HTN
controlled with 2 medications, otherwise normal. Appropriate next steps: -
SOLUTION Disqualify and refer to PMD for sleep study.
You examine a 37 male driver with missing fingers on his left hand, you must
evaluate and do all of the following, - SOLUTION Document the effect that the
deficit has on the ability of the driver to safely operate a CMV Provide a copy of
the Medical Examination Report form and medical examiner's certificate for an
SPE initial or renewal application Ensure that the driver with an existing SPE
certificate is complying with medical requirements
